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Drivethrurpg Reports

Geek Native provides an authoritative and independent perspective on Drivethrurpg, a topic we have followed for more than 14 years. This collection of 267 articles evaluates industry shifts through original reporting and critical analysis. This resource evaluates first-hand data from official industry announcements and crowdfunding mechanics.

Fabula Ultima digital toolset launches on Demiplane Nexus

July 17, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

The official Fabula Ultima NEXUS toolset is live on Demiplane, introducing an interactive character builder and a 50% discount for existing DriveThruRPG PDF owners.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: demiplane, drivethrurpg, Fabula Ultima, fabula ultima atlas: high fantasy, need games

BackerKit and DriveThruRPG link systems for instant digital delivery

June 23, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

BackerKit and DriveThruRPG launch a new API integration connecting crowdfunding campaigns directly to backer digital libraries for instant reward delivery.

Filed Under: Sites Tagged With: backerkit, crowdfunding, drivethrurpg

DriveThruRPG limits storefront rules to eliminate new executable software

June 11, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

DriveThruRPG institutes a strict ban on new executable software and applications, citing device safety and code validation challenges.

Filed Under: Sites Tagged With: cybersecurity, drivethrurpg, roll20

Storytelling Collective joins forces with DriveThruRPG for PocketQuest 2026 indie game jam

March 9, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

DriveThruRPG launches PocketQuest 2026, a 25-page tabletop design jam focused on Time Travel. Discover the new strict no-AI rule and exclusivity details.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: Ashley Warren Writes, drivethrurpg, pocketquest

DriveThruRPG confirms Print-on-Demand price increase effective February 1

January 23, 2026 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

DriveThruRPG has announced a price increase for Print-on-Demand books starting February 1, 2026. Get the details on the UK, US, and AU hikes here.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: drivethrurpg, money

The unofficial best-selling 2025 DriveThruRPG analysis: Human vs AI

December 29, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood 1 Comment

Does AI content actually sell? Geek Native analysed DriveThruRPG’s 2025 sales data to find out. See why AI products are stuck in the Copper tier while human creators dominate the best-seller lists.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: artificial intelligence, drivethrurpg, stats

The unofficial best-selling 2025 DriveThruRPG publisher league table

December 29, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Who won 2025? We ranked the top 10 RPG publishers on DriveThruRPG using a weighted sales algorithm. Discover how Fat Dragon Games nearly outsold Darrington Press.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: Cubicle 7 Entertainment, darrington press, drivethrurpg, need games, onyx path publishing, R. Talsorian Games, schwalb entertainment, Skirmisher Publishing, stats

The unofficial best-selling 2025 releases on DriveThruRPG

December 29, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

See the unofficial top-selling RPGs of 2025 on DriveThruRPG. Our independent data analysis reveals the dominance of Daggerheart, Cyberpunk, and 3D printing guides in the Adamantine and Mithral tiers.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: daggerheart, darrington press, drivethrurpg, Fabula Ultima, fat dragon games, need games, R. Talsorian Games

Cubicle 7 releases Starter Set and GM Screen for Warhammer: The Old World

December 19, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

Cubicle 7 has launched the Starter Set and GM Screen for Warhammer: The Old World Roleplaying Game. Explore the river port of Talagaad and the age of the Three Emperors.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: cubicle 7, drivethrurpg, warhammer: the old world

DriveThruRPG price hike: The December 8 deadline to secure current card costs

November 20, 2025 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment

DriveThruRPG is increasing print-on-demand card prices on December 8. Discover how this impacts creators like Philip Reed and why you should clear your wishlist before the new rates apply.

Filed Under: Tabletop & RPGs Tagged With: cards, drivethrurpg, philip reed, philip reed games

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